5 booked in violent clash on Basant Festival eve in Ferozepur
5 booked in violent clash on Basant Festival eve in Ferozepur
Ferozepur, February 1, 2025: A dispute on the eve of the Basant Festival – known all over the world when residents settled at far off places in Indian and Abroad visits Ferozepur for its celebrations – turned violent late at night around 12:30 AM, resulting in a brutal assault involving multiple individuals. The clash reportedly erupted over an ongoing enmity among the groups, leading to serious injuries and chaos in the area.
According to sources, armed assailants attacked the victims using sharp weapons, inflicting severe injuries. The altercation took place at a local street corner, where the accused allegedly ambushed the victims. The injured were immediately rushed to the hospital for medical treatment.
Based on the complaint filed by the victim, police have registered a case and booked five identified individuals along with four to five unidentified persons. The accused include, Nihal Singh, son of Bhajan Singh, Iqbal Singh, resident of Bhabbar village, Harbhajan Singh, son of Odhiyan Singh, Hakam Singh, resident of Sohela village, Raghbir Singh, resident of Bhabbar village, and four to five unidentified attackers.
A case has been registered under various sections, including 331(6), 115(2), 191(3), and 190, of BNS and the investigation is currently underway. The complainant in the case has been identified as Raman Kumar, who has stated that the attackers were known to the victims and acted with criminal intent.
The police have initiated a probe into the incident, and Investigating Officer Raman Kumar has assured strict action against those involved. The authorities are working to identify the remaining suspects and ensure justice for the victims.
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